2 Big Firsts!!

Yes, I know it's been a while since I updated this blog but 1) I said from the beginning that I wouldn't be as good as the other bloggers in our family and 2) there hadn't really been much new going on. ;) However, we had a very busy last few days in our household, so finally, I have something exciting to post!

First #1: Trick-or-Treating
I realize that last year was Anneliese's first Halloween but she was really too small to do any trick-or-treating so this year was technically her first time to go. She got to do a little trial run on the Thursday before Halloween because all of the shops along Main Street in Buda stayed open late for all of the kiddos to go trick-or-treating. So, we put on the "meow meow" costume, painted her nose and whiskers on and away we went.



She really did a great job. She walked up and down the sidewalks saying "meeeoooww" to anyone that would listen and then threw in the occasional "t-t-t" which is her way of saying trick-or-treat.





Then on Halloween night, we put the costume back on and headed over to the Chance's so that Anneliese and Klayton could trick-or-treat together. I think they both had a good time and I know they both went home with quite a load of candy! We had a hard time getting the two of them together for a picture, so this is the best I could do.







It really is fun to see them interact with each other. They don't see each other that often, but they seem to sound a lot alike. I can't wait to watch them grow up together!

Of course, being an elementary school teacher, I get to get in on the Halloween action as well. Every year it's a challenge to come up with a good, creative costume that is appropriate to wear to school. This year, I decided to be "Mrs. First Grade." Thanks to Sally for letting me borrow her Miss Hallettsville crown. And thanks to everyone who voted for me! ;)



First #2: Anneliese's 1st Haircut
I have been saying for a while now that we needed to take Anneliese in for her first haircut but I was reluctant to do it because she didn't have any hair for the first year and a half of her life and I was a little nervous to cut off what took so long to come in. Finally, this past Saturday, I decided we just needed to do it. So we took her in to Cool Cuts at Toys R Us and got it trimmed. They really cut such a small amount off that you can barely tell, but it does look better. And she sat there like a champ! She got to drive and watch Elmo - 2 of her favorite things to do - so I don't think she even noticed that the woman was cutting her hair.

Before . . .


During . . .


And after . . .


Like I said, she did great! She must be a typical girl, because really, is there a girl out there who doesn't like to have her hair washed and cut and fixed for her? I think I say this every other day, but I just can't believe what a big girl she's turning into!

The last batch of Henke babies aren't really babies anymore and they're getting ready to be replaced with a new batch of Henke babies. We can't wait to see all of the new additions to our family!

Update

We had our 4th tailgate in the month of September and Anneliese has become a taigating pro! She even got her own tailgater's towel this week.



We finally got Pat & Gayle up here to join in on the festivities. The pre-game tailgate with mom and dad was the only good part of the day. After that, the rains came at half-time and we all got soaked to the bone, the Longhorns lost and then the Gators lost! At least we were smart enough to get a picture early.



At least the Indians had a great win on Friday night. Unfortunately, we weren't able to be there, but we were cheering them on in spirit!



She does love her Grandpa and I think the feeling is mutual!

Hook 'Em Horns!

Football and tailgating season is upon us and Annneliese has successfully made it through 2 tailgates and UT games. She made her first appearance the weekend of the TCU game. We tailgated from about 11:30-5:00 and then made our way over to the stadium for the game. We were able to stay for the entire game without any cries or whines from Anneliese. She cheered, watched "Bebo" (Bevo), played with the fans around us and ate a corndog. I tell you, that girl was a tailgating/game-watching champ! Unfortunately, I forgot to take any pictures.

We went tailgating for the Rice game and again, she enjoyed the tailgate and the game. However, this game was not quite as exciting so we left at halftime. Of course, Anneliese protested because she was not quite ready to say good-by to Bevo. We finally got a few pictures.








We've also made it two a couple of "Pa Pa's" SHS games, but again, we have no pictures. Hopefully we'll be able to make it to a couple more, so I'll try to get pictures then. She does love watching "Pa Pa's" Indians play!

We are so lucky to have such an easy going little girl. She just goes right along with everything that we drag her to. She's such a blessing!

Elmo

We're not sure exactly where or how Anneliese discovered that she loves Elmo, but she does! When I saw that Penney's had a new Sesame Street background, we knew that she had to get pictures taken with Elmo. They all turned out so great! She was so excited to be holding Elmo that she even left her bow in her hair (which doesn't usually happen)!









And since we were there, we took a couple of pictures together. I told Brandon that I needed a new picture for my desk at school - it sounded like a good excuse, right?





School is back in session and boy is it wearing me out! I will try to keep the blog updated, but I can't make any promises. Take care, everyone!

Early Christmas list

Dear Santa,
I know it's only August, but I really need your help. Please bring me a swimming pool. As you can see, I've outgrown mine. I promise I'll be good.

Luv,
Anneliese

Hiding

Anneliese has learned a new word "ide" ("hide") and discovered the fun of hiding and then waiting for someone to come find her. Here are some of her favorite hiding places!

Behind her rocking chair . . .


Under her bed (Maggie had to get in on the action as well) . . .


Behind her dirty clothes hamper . . .


Behind her chest of drawers (notice the feet in the corner) . . .


And our favorite - under our bed! I looked everywhere for her Sunday morning and only found her because I heard her giggle . . .


I apologize for the small pics - I can't figure out why they're posting this way.

Life with Anneliese

Life with Anneliese is never boring and most of the times it's quite funny. I hope you enjoy these moments as much as we did!

Just waking up from a nap - whoa - look at that hair!



Enjoying a little yogurt.
With the spoon . . .


and without . . .


A normal night in the bathtub. The girl is definitely not afraid of the water.


What better way to cool off during a hot summer day!


And last, but not least, here's what happens when you turn your back for a minute during dinner time.



Needless to say, we went straight to the bath after this!

There's just never a dull moment with Anneliese around!